Stir-Fried Egg Noodles with Sausage and Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 10 units Fresh Tomatoes (medium, seeded if desired)
• 200 g German Sausage (cut into rounds or pieces)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 units Onions (medium, sliced into strips)
• 1 piece African chili (seeded, thinly sliced)
• 1 cube Maggi bouillon cube (used half in final cooking)
• 5 packs Egg noodles (pack of about 85 g, already containing a seasoning)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (about 120 ml)

Instructions

1. Prepare the vegetables

   Wash the tomatoes, cut them into quarters, remove the seeds if desired, then cut them in half. Slice the onions into strips, mince the 3 garlic cloves and thinly slice the African chili.

   Time: PT10M

2. Cook the noodles (first half)

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 2.5 packs of noodles, cook 3 minutes stirring occasionally, cover.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: eau bouillante

3. Rinse the noodles

   Drain the noodles and rinse them immediately under cold water to stop the cooking.

   Time: PT2M

4. Brown the sausage

   Heat 0.5 cup vegetable oil in the pan over medium heat, add the sausage pieces and cook 3‑4 minutes until golden brown.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: feu moyen

5. Cook the onions

   Add the sliced onions to the pan, cook 3 minutes until they become translucent.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: feu moyen

6. Add the chili

   Add the sliced African chili, mix for 1 minute.

   Time: PT1M

7. Cook the tomatoes

   Pour the cut tomatoes into the pan, cook over medium heat 10 minutes until they soften and release their juice.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: feu moyen

8. Season the sauce

   Add the seasoning mix taken from the noodle packet and half of the crumbled Maggi cube, cook 3‑4 minutes mixing well.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: feu moyen

9. Reincorporate the sausage

   Return the reserved sausage pieces to the pan, mix for 1 minute to reheat them.

   Time: PT1M

10. Finish with the remaining noodles and seasoning

    Add the remaining 2.5 packs of noodles along with the provided seasoning packet, mix, then cook 2‑3 minutes over medium heat until everything is hot and coated.

    Time: PT3M

    Temperature: feu moyen

11. Serve

    Adjust seasoning if needed, transfer to plates and serve immediately.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

850

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

100 g

Fat

45 g

Fiber

5 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Fresh Tomatoes: Canned crushed tomatoes
• Instead of German Sausage: Chicken sausage, Chorizo
• Instead of Garlic: Garlic powder
• Instead of Onions: Shallots
• Instead of African chili: Jalapeño, Habanero chili
• Instead of Maggi bouillon cube: Chicken bouillon cube
• Instead of Egg noodles: Ramen noodles, Egg spaghetti
• Instead of Vegetable oil: Canola oil, Peanut oil

Equipment Needed

• Pot (or large saucepan)
• Pan or wok
• Chef's knife
• Cutting board
• Colander or skimmer
• Seasoning bowl (optional)
• Wooden spoon
• Measuring cup (optional)

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Cook the noodles (first half) without overcooking
• Rinse the noodles immediately after cooking
• Brown the sausage properly
• Finish with the remaining noodles to achieve the right texture

Chef Tips from the Video

• Use high-quality egg noodles for a firmer texture.
• Stir-fry the vegetables over high heat to retain crunch.
• Add a splash of light soy sauce at the end of cooking for extra umami depth.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container, consume within 2 days.

Freezer: Not recommended, noodle texture deteriorates after freezing.

Room temperature: Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Cook the noodles ahead, rinse and store in the refrigerator with a drizzle of oil to prevent sticking.
• Pre‑prepare the seasoning mix in a small bowl and keep it chilled until use.